The horrible holidays
by Audrey Wood
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1988
Two children, Barnaby and Penelope, experience a series of chaotic and humorous holiday events.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the book.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemy is included in the narrative.
No substance abuse is featured in the book.
No suicide or self-harm themes are explored.
The story is lighthearted and not scary.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The worldview presented is neutral and family-focused.
No negative portrayals of Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe children show some resilience amidst holiday mishaps.
No explicit Christian faith elements are central to the plot.
Family interactions and sibling bonds are depicted.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are prominent.
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